Discussion Papers

One of the objectives of UNDP is to facilitate learning and exchange of ideas. The Discussion series was initiated to facilitate dialogue among academicians, development practitioners and civil society on important issues that impinge on human development.

Aajeevika - Livelihoods in Rajasthan: Status, Constraints and Strategies for Sustainable ChangeDec 31, 2004The study attempts to understand how rural livelihoods are changing and diversifying in rural Rajasthan and what factors determine access to new and productive livelihood opportunities for different sections of the rural population, especially the poor. Apart from reviewing the chief livelihood strategies and identifying the main livelihood sectors, the study focuses especially on livelihood options before the poorest sections of the rural community, as it explores various measures that can facilitate the rural poor in achieving successful sustainable livelihoods.